Lynmouth, New Zealand facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Lynmouth |
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| Local authority | New Plymouth |
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| Land area | 116 ha (0.45 sq mi)* |
| Coordinates | 39°3′52″S 174°3′14″E / 39.06444°S 174.05389°E |
| Population | 2,750 (June 2023) |
  Lynmouth, New Zealand  |
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Lynmouth is a suburb of New Plymouth in the Taranaki Region of New Zealand. It is located to the west of the city centre.
Taranaki Base Hospital is also nearby. It sits between Lynmouth and the suburb of Westown to the south.
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What's in a Name?
Many streets in Lynmouth have interesting names. They come from a famous old book called Lorna Doone. This novel was written by Richard Blackmore.
You can find streets named after characters like Lorna, Doone, Carver, and Ridd. There are also streets named after places in the UK, such as Taunton, Truro, and Lyn. Even the author, Blackmore, has a street named after him!
This naming style fits with the general theme of New Plymouth. The city itself is named after a place in England. Other streets in the area also have English names, like Weymouth Street and Devon Street.
Who Lives in Lynmouth?
The area of Lynmouth, combined with nearby Blagdon, covers about 1.16 square kilometres. In 2018, about 2,523 people lived here. This was a small increase from earlier years.
The people living in Lynmouth come from many different backgrounds. Most residents are of European descent. However, a good number of people are also Māori, Asian, or Pacific peoples. This mix makes Lynmouth a diverse community.
Schools in Lynmouth
Lynmouth is home to several schools for different age groups.
Devon Intermediate
Devon Intermediate is a school for students in years 7 and 8. These are usually 11 to 13-year-olds. The school opened in 1958. Students wear a uniform that includes a polo shirt and a sweatshirt.
Primary Schools
There are two primary schools for younger students (years 1 to 6). These are usually 5 to 10-year-olds.
- West End School
- St Joseph's School: This is a state-integrated Catholic school.
All these schools welcome both boys and girls.
Sports in Lynmouth
If you love football, you might know about FC Western. This association football club is based right here in Lynmouth. They play at Lynmouth Park, which is on Devon Street West.
